Top High School English Tutors serving Austin
Shelly: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...they may be struggling with, but to help them cultivate a interest in and passion for the material itself. Understanding and ability in a subject is great, but a true desire for knowledge outside of the classwork itself creates a student driven by curiosity and interest instead of just wanting to pass the class. In my free time, I work at the Osteological Research and Processing Laboratory at the Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State...
Education & Certification
Texas State University-San Marcos - Bachelor of Science, Anthropology
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 31
ACT Science: 33
Derek: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...from highly motivated individuals wanting to go from a B+ to an A to students having difficulty passing a tough class, and I strive to match my style and depth of instruction with the knowledge level of the student. I strongly believe everybody has the potential to succeed, and a recurring theme of my tutoring is that my students should recognize their own potential by 1) identifying their current position, 2) identifying their desired position,...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 780
Nolan: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...received my degrees in Psychology, Spanish, and Neuroscience. I have spent my time since college mentoring, tutoring, and promoting healthy lifestyles for high school students. I have enjoyed helping all age groups learn - from kids, to college students, to adults. I tutor a wide variety of subjects including math, Spanish, ESL, and test prep. I really enjoy tutoring geometry and algebra or SAT prep. My tutoring strengths include finding multiple ways to explain things...
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Ursinus College - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740
Paige: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As an undergraduate, I attended a prestigious honors program at the University of Texas at Austin. In essence, I have years of experience tutoring and teaching languages, writing, testing strategies, and other various subjects for students from elementary through college. Additionally, I am well-versed in university admissions for both graduate and undergraduate programs, and I can offer consulting on how to develop applications. I believe in making learning relatable...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Coertunay: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...absolutely love tutoring. I went through the entire pre-med process, but decided to pursue a career in ethnopharmacology instead. During my free time, you will find me either writing songs on my guitar, swimming, surfing, cooking, or spending time with my friends and family. My approach to teaching is to first understand how the student learns so that I can help them develop effective study and homework strategies. Every person learns a little differently, and...
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University of Washington - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Jennifer: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...to work individually with every student, that's where a tutor comes in! I'm a strong advocate for Carol Dweck's growth mindset theory of education, encouraging students to learn and grow from their mistakes rather than becoming discouraged and giving up. When I was in high school, I struggled a lot with math, and this caused me to view myself as a failure. Working with my own tutors and teachers helped me realize that I am...
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Smith College - Current Undergrad, Education and Child Studies and Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 760
Lily: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...with a degree in Anthropology and Human Biology and a minor in Global Health. I was born in Louisiana and moved to Austin, TX in 2000. I enjoy working out, running, reading, movies, music, and concerts. My tutoring style focuses on identifying a student's strengths and weaknesses and explaining problems that cater to student's learning style. I strive to create a fun, encouraging and collaborative environment so that students feel comfortable tackling material, asking questions,...
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Emory University - Bachelors, Anthropology and Human Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 700
Kathleen: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...Austin with a certification in teaching 7-12th English. My goal as a professional is to unite my love of literature with my passion for social justice to become an inspirational and effective educator of underserved preteen and teenage students. My tutoring style is very positive and encouraging, and centered around teaching my students in a way that makes sense to them. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, running, travel, and cooking.
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Hamilton College - Bachelors, English/ Anthropolgoy
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Grad Student, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 750
Sandra: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...truly grasping its content; such a style makes it impossible for students to approach unfamiliar problems and think critically, and often contributes to their discouragement and their writing off of entire subjects like math and science. I attempt to give students the ability to think critically, relish the problem solving process, and come to solutions on their own. To this end, I attempt to speak clearly and concisely, to make high-level concepts accessible to students...
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Vassar College - Bachelors, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Ricardo: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...and his or her teacher listening carefully. The teacher doesn't look for mistakes, because no one needs the advice, "Don't make that mistake!". The teacher tries to hear what the student wants and then figures what to work on in order to get there. I've been both a student and teacher of guitar, and I try to take that teaching style into my tutoring. I never start by explaining material or by "simplifying" it (because...
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Stanford - Bachelors, American Studies
University of Rochester - Masters, American History
GRE Verbal: 170
Matthew: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...many different subjects (ACT, SAT, Literature, Languages, etc.). My graduates studies in philosophy have especially equipped me to teach writing, analytical thinking, logical analysis, and mathematics. I am also a part-time professor of philosophy. My academic interests range from medieval Scholasticism to contemporary issues in bioethics and law. I believe that tutoring is not only about the transfer of knowledge between the tutor and the student, but also a transfer of skills, which would help...
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The University of St Thomas - Bachelors, Philosophy
The University of St Thomas - Masters, Philosophy
LSAT: 160
Jessica: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...I double majored in Biology and English & American Literature. I have worked as a tutor for over two years with English as a Second Language (ESL) students at the high school level. I tutor Science (Biology, Physics), Mathematics (Algebra, Algebra I), and English. I enjoy tutoring Math and Physics the most because I see it like a puzzle that needs to be solved. I don't have a standard way of teaching; I prefer to...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at El Paso - Bachelors, Biology, English and American Literature
Ashwini: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
Hi! My name is Ashwini and I am Neuroscience graduate from UT Dallas and currently applying to medical school. I have had a passion to help others and tutoring for several years. I am here for your tutoring needs and advancing you to be a great student. I am sociable and detail oriented so we will work great together to get you to where you need to be.
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Ed: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. After working for two years, I attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, earning a Ph.D in Genes and Development. My studies there were focused on Immunology, Cancer and Genetics. Since graduation, I have worked in the biotech industry, lectured in Microbiology and am currently doing research on vaccine development. I enjoy one on one teaching, and just discussing science in general. It's always a thrill when...
Education & Certification
Birmingham Southern College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
UT Southwestern Medical Center - PHD, Genes and Develoment
Mendy: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...double majored in Economics and Psychology. Back in high school and college, I tutored everyone from elementary / middle school students to fellow classmates across a variety of subjects such as piano, violin, math, English and standardized testing. I love meeting new people and helping them better understand whatever they're studying. I'm new to Austin (moved here for the new job) and a fresh graduate, so come talk to me about whatever you need help...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 790
Emily: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...their subject matter and with a smile. As a former student athlete, I am quite too familiar that struggles in the classroom can be due to external events. That is why my style of tutoring is holistic. Since I care about the well-being of my clients, I make it a point to be personable and to offer suggestions to improve academic performance. With Varsity Tutors, I am excited to have the opportunity of tutoring the...
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Our Lady of the Lake University-San Antonio - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
The University of Texas at Austin - Master in Public Health Administration, Accounting
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
Amanda: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...the importance of developing strong written and oral communication skills, as well as applicable skill sets that will translate in the professional world. I began my tutoring career in high school as a peer-to-peer volunteer tutor. I tutored first generation students and students from historically marginalized communities with the federal TRIO program as an undergraduate at UW. In D.C. I tutored second language learners looking to improve their English skills. Most recently, I worked with...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Legal Studies / Sociology
The University of Texas at Austin - Master of Arts, American Studies
Nicole: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...able to graduate from Trinity University with a Neuroscience Degree, and recently received a certificate in Youth and Young Adult Ministry from a theological school in Boston. In my free time, I feel most alive when I am outside, playing sports, dancing, socializing, and being active in my church. I have been teaching tennis to kids for the past three years, and would love to take this experience into an academic setting. Everyone has the...
Education & Certification
Trinity University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
Shelby: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...Class of 2023. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Psychology. Since graduation, I have moved back to my hometown and enrolled in my local community college. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I have the best understanding of the Sciences and am passionate about English and Literature as well. I believe that childhood and adult education are both fun and enriching for the future. I hope that...
Education & Certification
Texas A & M University-College Station - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhonda: Austin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Austin, TX
...can open up so many opportunities for the student. Making learning fun and enjoyable plays a key role in learning new information and retaining knowledge. I strive to create this kind of positive environment for my students so they can achieve their educational goals. I received my undergraduate degree in Political Science from Arizona State University and am currently pursuing a graduate degree in Strategic Communication from Liberty University. I am able to provide tutoring...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Associate in Arts, Political Science and Government
Liberty University - Master of Arts, Digital Communications and Multimedia
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